Research on the storage of memory indicates that
A) our brains can store new memories only if they discard some old memories.
B) our capacity for storing information in our short-term working memory has no real limit.
C) our brains distribute the components of a memory across a network of locations.
D) once memories are consolidated in storage,they can never be forgotten.

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Research on memory storage suggests that memories are not stored in one specific location in the brain but rather distributed across a network of cortical regions. This process is known as memory consolidation. Additionally, this view of memory storage supports the idea that individual memories are not easily removed from storage once consolidated. However, there is evidence to suggest that memories can be modified or degraded over time. Option A is incorrect because research indicates that memories are not simply discarded to make room for new ones. Option B is incorrect because there is a limit to our capacity for short-term working memory.

Research on the Storage of Memory Indicates That